Flying from Atlanta to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): What you need to know
Planning your trip starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Atlanta. Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Atlanta to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) out of here.
7 hours 55 minutes is the average duration of a direct Atlanta to Edinburgh Airport flight.
The timezone in Edinburgh is UTC+0, which is five hours ahead of Atlanta. Edinburgh Airport is located in Edinburgh.
The most popular route is from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI). Choose from 3 direct services each week. Delta Air Lines operates a 7pm departure between ATL and EDI.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Atlanta to EDI. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
March is a busy travel month. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like July Fourth, turn up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Atlanta
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
You can jump on a direct flight from Atlanta to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) departing from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL).
You'll find a direct flight from Atlanta to Edinburgh Airport with Delta Air Lines. This top carrier operates departures from ATL.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between ATL and EDI is Delta.
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Atlanta to EDI with a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between ATL and EDI include:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Located around 16 kms (10 miles) from the centre of Atlanta, ATL can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 20 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Atlanta to Edinburgh Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of all flights departing from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, 77% land on time at their destination.
You'll find ATL at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
About Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Atlanta to Edinburgh Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near EDI instead:
Grab a Edinburgh Airport rental car and discover Edinburgh and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Hertz are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride around one week ahead of your Atlanta to Edinburgh Airport flight.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport to the centre of Edinburgh is roughly 11 kms (7 miles). If you're renting a car or getting a taxi, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times can vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Atlanta to Edinburgh Airport is £196. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £473. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book four months before flying. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Atlanta to EDI.
Plan your trip for September. That's the best month for landing an incredible deal on Atlanta to Edinburgh Airport tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on plane tickets from Atlanta to EDI.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Atlanta to Edinburgh Airport.
The best time to fly from Atlanta to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning your trip dates. January is the quietest month to visit Edinburgh. October is when most people book flights from Atlanta to Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
Before locking in your Atlanta to EDI plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Edinburgh, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC to 20ºC.
January has temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Atlanta to Edinburgh Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Edinburgh
After booking your flight from Atlanta to Edinburgh Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Edinburgh:
Your visit to Edinburgh wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions that are worth your time include Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle and Castle Rock.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Edinburgh. Around 290 kms (180 miles) away to the south, well-known attractions include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Chinatown.
Preston is another must-experience destination in the United Kingdom and is around 241 kms (150 miles) south of Edinburgh. No trip is complete without experiencing Brockholes, Avenham and Miller Parks and Japanese Garden.
